Because of which right can the state not discriminate against a citizen on religion, caste, sex or place of birth?

Correct answer: Right to Equality

Direct answer: C, the Right to Equality. Equality before law means that the law must treat people fairly, and the Constitution prohibits the state from discriminating against citizens on specified grounds such as religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. Solve it by matching the key idea: the question asks about discrimination; anti-discrimination is a central part of equality. A is wrong because the Right against Exploitation protects people from forced labour, trafficking and prohibited child labour. B is broader in its protection of personal liberties, but it is not the specific right named for state discrimination. D protects a person’s religious belief and practice, but it does not mean that religion-based discrimination by the state is allowed. C is correct because it guarantees equal treatment and challenges caste, sex, religious and other status-based exclusion. Memory cue: whenever the question lists religion, caste, sex or birth place as grounds of discrimination, choose Equality.